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Hector R.


Oswego, IL

$25/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Hector, I Been A Caregiver For 5 Years Have A Daughter With Special Need I Live In Oswego IL

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I'd describe my personality as funny humble friendly kind and respectful and a good sence of humor I like caring for seniors because they go through life trying to understand why they get confused, sometime you have to sit back and understand there feelings and emotions and let them know that they are not alone: I'm looking...
Hector can also help with: Meal prep, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
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Kris H.


Elburn, IL

$15/hr10 yrs exp

Former Preschool Teacher With 23 Years Nanny Experience.

For 2+ years I was a Nanny for a family with a child with Autism. I have taken care of his medicine, taken him to therapy and done some work with him in the home and taken him to activities. In college I worked with children in Special Olympics.
Hi, My name is Deja and I've been a teacher for over 5 years. While attending Northwestern University, I obtained more than 100+ volunteer hours with Preschool and Kindergarten. I have over 5 years of experience working in a school setting. On top of teaching kids from 2 months- 14 years old in a classroom , I also teach...
Hi everyone! Helping others has been my overarching career for the past 20+ years. Others have described me as "empathetic, always has a smile on her face, shows genuine passion and interest, and feeling like part of the family." My most recent work history has afforded me the opportunity to work with children, students,...
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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$25-50/hr

Looking for work / Special Needs

Full Time Caregiver/Mother To 16 Year Old With Spina Bifida. My daughter R has SB and is a paraplegic. She requires assistance with transfers, catheterization and meds. Over the years, Ive become quit comfortable navigating doctors, hospitals, medical testing and complications.
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Amanda S.


Ottawa, IL

$15-20/hr2 yrs exp

Senior Home Care Assistance

After being a special needs nanny for most of my working career, I enjoyed working with seniors. I can assist with afternoon needs, including meal prepping, grocery shopping, errands, light housework, laundry, daily exercises, medication, and companionship. I find it important to put the needs of the senior community a priority....
Amanda can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
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Ingrid M.


Yorkville, IL

$14-20/hr1 yrs exp

I Am 19 Years Old, I Absolutely Love Kids, Of Any Age, And I Can Put A Smile On Anyone's Face. :)

I have almost 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can help with G Tubes and Bladder Management Assistance. I can also lift and transfer children. I am comfortable in any setting, I love pets, it is easy for me to become comfortable. Any other request I am happy to learn so your child can receive the best...
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Lara B.


Aurora, IL

$27-30/hr10 yrs exp

Present And Attentive Experienced Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a mom to 4 adult daughters. My youngest was born with Spina Bifida and is a paraplegic. I have 10 years caring for several families w/ twins (as early as 3 weeks) and a set of quads (6 weeks and premature) and 3 singletons. I have considerable experience w/ newborns multiples, toddlers, & children with special needs. I can...
Lara can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Beth M.


DeKalb, IL

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hi, my name is Beth! I am looking for a summer nanny position from June to August of 2015 and am open for occasional date nights as well. I started babysitting when I was 12 for the kids in my neighborhood. In high school I worked in a camp ground during the summer doing activities with kids. After high school, I nannied for a...
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Courtney S.


Elburn, IL

$16-17/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Courtney and I currently work at an elementary school full time working as a building substitute. I am a very reliable and loving person:) I also used to work with special needs kids and will be starting my Master's Program in the Fall. I would love to come and meet your family and hopefully I can be the right fit...
Courtney can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lesley M.


Ottawa, IL

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

CNA

I have worked in Home Health, Nursing Homes, Hospital and worked with special needs kids. I'm out going love to laugh! I'm always smiling! I have 25 years of childcare experience and 17 years of experience as a CNA.
Lesley can also help with: Dementia, personal care
Skills:

CNA

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Samantha A.


Yorkville, IL

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi There,

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sam & I've been a childcare provider nearly all my life! I am the 2nd oldest of 8 children & helped my mother raise my 6 younger siblings. Two of my siblings have special needs so I have a lot of hands on experience there too! Working with children is truly a passion of mine. I am responsible, reliable, yet playful...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

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Leanna R.


DeKalb, IL

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Child Psychology Ph.D. Student Seeking Caregiving Position - Knowledgeable With Flexible Schedule!

Hello! I am a clinical child psychology Ph. D. candidate, taking a sabbatical to complete my dissertation. I love children and have lots of experience in childcare, in addition to my professional training. I have specialized knowledge in infant/child development, and supporting children with special needs. I've worked in...
Leanna can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Sophia M.


Yorkville, IL

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'd describe my personality as caring, fun and energetic! I like working with kids because I like when I can make a difference in there lives each day and help them grow anyway I can. I'm looking for a job that helps me grow and have a strong relationship with the kid/kids. I started working with kids when I was younger...
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Amy F.


Yorkville, IL

$15-20/hr

Responsible Babysitter

5 years experience up to 4 kids 1 year baby-sat for autistic child on weekends 12 hours a day, fed, showed, helped dress, changed dippers, drove back and forth from there home to my home, took swimming, to parks, to arcade, black berry farm, red oak nature center ect. Took care of my own child and sister ADHD who are now...
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Susan E.


Elburn, IL

$38/hr10 yrs exp

Mothers Right Hand

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am mother of 5 , last of my Mohicans graduated '22 ! I'm a juggler of duties. I can cook and clean well. I love kids all kids! I would like to be a mothers right hand in my work . My experience lies in special needs work and elderly . I'm looking for a fresh perspective and little hands that bring smiles daily . Activities and...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alma C.


Aurora, IL

$20-25/hr1 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

hello my name is alma I have 1 year of experience with a disable young woman she had a stroke and she was bound in a wheelchair with her left side paralyzed. I use to do personal hygiene change diapers and feed her.
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Sydney P.


Ottawa, IL

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Fun, Caring Sitter

Hi! My name is Sydney, I'm currently a licensed Esthetician part side/ots. I've had previous experience with babysitting 1 2-year-old girl. I worked at Lincoln Elementary School in the Preschool classes for 3 1/2 years with special needs- behavior issues. Mostly Just I love kids so I'm currently looking for a full or part time...
Sydney can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning
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Norma T.


Sugar Grove, IL

$15/hr3 yrs exp

Excellent Resource For Any Special Needs

I have extensive experience caring for both adults, children, infants and babies with special needs. I am extremely patient and careful not just with how I approach the care duties but also, partnering with the parents and guardians responsible in the care plan or regular duties and schedules. I am honest, dependable and very...
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Nicole G.


Yorkville, IL

$16/hr2 yrs exp

Hi My Name Is Nicole!

Hello! My name is Nicole and I have just recently graduated from SDSU as a student athlete with human biology and microbiology degrees. I have spent the last year working at the Children's Museum of South Dakota where I worked with a lot of children along with worked along side with individuals with special needs. I also have a...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more

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